Singapore | ZHO Travel & Tourism

In Singapore you walk from the Sultan Mosque to the gardens of the future in minutes, and everything runs on time.

The destination

About Singapore

Singapore is one of the most modern and orderly destinations in the world, where advanced technology meets carefully designed tropical nature. Small as it is, it offers a refined experience, landmarks counted among the wonders of modern architecture, a rich mix of cultures and international shopping.

We divide it into five areas: Marina Bay, with its famous skyline and the Merlion; Gardens by the Bay, with its Supertrees and glass domes; Sentosa, for families and beaches; Jewel Changi, with its indoor waterfall; and the cultural districts: the Sultan Mosque in Kampong Glam, Chinatown and Little India.

The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) certifies halal food and publishes an official directory of certified restaurants, many of them around Kampong Glam. Getting around is easy and safe by train or by a private car we arrange.

Saudi citizens need no visa; you only submit the electronic arrival card before travelling. Three or four nights are enough, and Singapore combines easily with Malaysia or Indonesia in one trip.

Best timeAll year; February to April is drier

FlightAbout 8.5 to 9.5 h direct from Riyadh or Jeddah

VisaNo visa needed for Saudi citizens; submit the SG Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival; the length of stay is set on entry

CurrencySingapore dollar (SGD)

LanguageEnglish, Malay, Mandarin and Tamil

Time+5 h ahead of Saudi Arabia

Ideal stay3 to 5 nights

Ideal for

Family travel Honeymoons Travel with friends

Regions

Where to go

01 · District

Marina Bay

Modern Singapore's centre: the architectural icon of Marina Bay Sands and its observation deck, the Merlion, and evening light-and-water shows.

02 · District

Gardens by the Bay

The futuristic garden known for its illuminated Supertrees and two glass conservatories, the Flower Dome and the Cloud Forest.

03 · District

Sentosa

Singapore's playground, with Universal Studios Singapore, the Singapore Oceanarium, sandy beaches and luxury resorts.

04 · District

Jewel Changi

A complex at Changi Airport with the world's tallest indoor waterfall, 40 metres high, inside a complete indoor tropical forest.

The Sultan Mosque in Kampong Glam, Singapore

05 · District

The cultural districts

Lively streets that reflect Singapore's Chinese, Indian and Islamic heritage, among mosques, modern cafés and historic buildings.

Experiences

What to do

An evening at Gardens by the Bay Gardens by the Bay An afternoon in the Flower Dome and the Cloud Forest, then the light-and-music show among the Supertrees. Singapore's finest evening.Discover

A family day on Sentosa Sentosa A cable car to the island, then Universal Studios or the Singapore Oceanarium, and sunset on Palawan Beach.Discover

The Rain Vortex and Shiseido Forest Valley at Jewel Changi

City and shopping The Rain Vortex at Jewel The world's tallest indoor waterfall, 40 metres under a glass dome inside an indoor forest, at Changi Airport itself. Discover

City and shopping An evening on Marina Bay A walk along the promenade from the Merlion to the Helix Bridge, then the Spectra light-and-water show on the waterfront. Read more

Shophouses along Haji Lane, Kampong Glam

Culture and heritage A walk through Kampong Glam A morning in the old Malay and Arab quarter: the Sultan Mosque, Haji Lane, Arab Street and the Malay Heritage Centre. Read more

The bandstand at Singapore Botanic Gardens

Nature Singapore Botanic Gardens Gardens founded in 1859 and, in 2015, the first site in Singapore inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Read more

Adventure The Singapore Cable Car Cable cars from Mount Faber over the harbour to Sentosa, with views of the sea, ships and skyline. Read more

Where to stay

Hotels and resorts we recommend

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The white façade of Raffles Hotel Singapore

The cultural districts Raffles Singapore Historic palace Explore

The Fullerton Hotel lit at night on the Singapore River

Marina Bay The Fullerton Hotel Singapore Historic palace Explore

Marina Bay The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore City Explore

Taste and addresses

Flavours and places to know

Singapore's food distils Malay, Chinese and Indian cooking. Look for the MUIS halal logo and try Hainanese chicken rice, chilli crab and satay in the evening.

A plate of Hainanese chicken rice in Singapore

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Satay Street beside Lau Pa Sat in the evening

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The golden domes of Masjid Sultan, Singapore

Landmark · The cultural districts Sultan Mosque Singapore's best-known mosque, golden-domed, in Kampong Glam; its present building was completed in 1932. Read more

Landmark · Marina Bay Merlion Park The half-lion, half-fish Merlion, Singapore's symbol since 1972, facing Marina Bay. Read more

Istana Kampong Glam, home of the Malay Heritage Centre, near Arab Street

Shopping · The cultural districts Haji Lane and Arab Street Conserved shophouses in Kampong Glam, mixing traditional textile and carpet shops with modern boutiques and cafés. Read more

Shopping · The cultural districts Chinatown and Pagoda Street Streets of colourful shophouses and lanterns, with markets for souvenirs and crafts. Read more

Shophouses on Serangoon Road, Little India

Shopping · The cultural districts Little India Serangoon Road, with shops for fabrics, spices and gold, and the aromas of Indian cooking. Read more

Questions

Before you go

Do Saudi citizens need a visa for Singapore?

No. Saudi citizens enter Singapore without a visa, but must submit the free SG Arrival Card on the official immigration website within the three days before arrival. The permitted length of stay is set in the electronic visit pass you receive on entry. For residents of Saudi Arabia it depends on nationality.

Are there direct flights from Saudi Arabia?

Yes. Singapore Airlines has flown non-stop from Riyadh since June 2026, and there are direct flights from Jeddah. The flight takes about 8.5 to 9.5 hours; schedules change by season, so we confirm them when you book.

Is halal food easy to find?

Yes. The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) certifies halal food and keeps an official directory of certified restaurants. You find many halal restaurants in Kampong Glam, Little India, the malls and Changi Airport.

Where can we pray?

Singapore has dozens of mosques, the best known being the Sultan Mosque in Kampong Glam. There are prayer rooms at Changi Airport and in many malls, and we point you to the nearest mosque to your hotel.

When is the best time to visit?

Singapore is a year-round destination: close to the equator, with steady temperatures. February to April is drier, tropical rain is usually short, and most sights are covered or air-conditioned.

How do we get around?

The rail network is modern and clean and reaches almost every sight, and taxis are easy to find. For families we arrange a private car and driver for touring and airport transfers.

Are there rules to be aware of?

Yes. Singapore is strict about cleanliness and order: littering and eating or drinking on trains are forbidden, with high fines. It is also one of the safest cities in the world for families.

Singapore: gardens of the future on the bay